Plus, Whitmer sees economic opportunities in military exercise
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2023 |
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In today's newsletter, the Georgia indictment against Trump cites Michigan election falsehoods, Detroit Pistons’ In-Season Tournament schedule breakdown revealed, and Mackinac Island unveils winning flavor ahead of Fudge Festival. |
It’s a boy and a girl! John Ball Zoo red panda cubs healthy and growing |
Red panda parents Wayne and Wasabi's two bundles of fluffy joy are growing well since their July birth, according to John Ball Zoo. The cubs are not yet on display in the outdoor enclosure but will be once they grow bigger. This particular time of year yields the perfect opportunity to view Michigan’s rarely seen freshwater jellyfish. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, these jellyfish are found in most Michigan lakes and streams, and are most frequently spotted in the late summer and early fall. Speaking of unique animal sightings, you can see an iconic Budweiser Clydesdale at these mid-Michigan spots this week. |
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A female red panda cub gets weighed at John Ball Zoo. This cub is part of parents Wyatt and Wasabi's second litter, born in July 2023. (Photo provided by John Ball Zoo) |
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In Northern Michigan military exercise, Whitmer sees economic opportunities |
First timer: Gov. Whitmer was on hand to witness the Northern Strike military readiness exercise Monday for the first time as governor, as soldiers from national guards throughout the U.S., along with military allies from allied nations, convened at Camp Grayling for the twice yearly training. Sky high: In the niche but profitable world of selling and maintaining airplanes, Rep. Jim Haadsma, D-Battle Creek, says Michigan's sale and use tax is disadvantageous and is costing the state business. New look: Michigan State Police is replacing the iconic, red bubble on some Chevy Tahoe patrol vehicles for “innovative technologies that increase visibility for added officer safety.” |
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Check out floating litter-picker-upper while helping clean up Muskegon Lake |
| Stewardship Day: A cleanup of Heritage Landing on Muskegon Lake on Wednesday will provide the public an opportunity to help clean the festival site, eradicate invasive species, maintain native plants and learn about the Pixie Drone. The water drone is being deployed at several areas in Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin alongside the BeBot beach cleaning robot. A citizen with a drone helped rescue workers spot a drowning victim in Lake Michigan at Warren Dunes State Park. If you didn't know: The islands in the Beaver Island archipelago are a hub for scientific research about Great Lakes water quality, microplastics pollution, wetlands monitoring, and more. |
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Detroit Pistons’ In-Season Tournament schedule breakdown revealed |
Much anticipated: Monday marked a significant day for the NBA as the league unveiled the schedule for its inaugural In-Season Tournament. The Detroit Pistons will kick off their tournament journey on November 10 as they play against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Little Caesars Arena. Spartan Confidential : Michigan State has had no shortage of productive pass catchers through the years, but with Jayden Reed off to the NFL and Keon Coleman at Florida State, someone is going to have to step up on the outside during the 2023 football season. Your opinion : With more than $6 million to spend on parks and recreation over the next three years, Muskegon is taking to the streets to find out what residents want. |
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Mackinac Island unveils winning flavor ahead of Fudge Festival |
Made the cut: Mackinac Island lovers were asked to get creative this summer and suggest a flavor name for a new kind of fudge. “Crack in the Island Crunch”—named after Mackinac’s famous Crack in the Island landmark—was the winning entry. For the history buffs: Since opening last year, Heritage Hall at the Michigan Capitol has become home to dozens of original Capitol artifacts, as well as an onsite conservation lab where visitors can see the restoration of the state's collection of 240 battle flags. Speaking of history: For nearly a century, the Toonerville Trolley and Tahquamenon Falls Riverboat Tours have been transporting visitors around Michigan’s roaring Tahquamenon Falls. This current season may be its last. |
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